Philip
Greentree has researched the many traditions of Buddhism and written a ceremony
that conforms with the requirements of Australian Law.

Most Australians don't
realise that Buddhism is NOT a religion in the exact sense, rather it is a way of life. And, yes, there
are Buddhists who don't necessarily believe in God as such. However, it is the
way of life that Buddhist follow that makes it ever growing in popularity in the
West.

With
a Buddhist ceremony, a monk does not need to be present. The couple can travel
to the nearest Temple to seek blessing at their convenience.

The
real issue with a Buddhist wedding ceremony (as such), is that it does not comply
with Australian Law. This is why Philip Greentree has written a ceremony that
includes the components that comply with Australian Legal requirements.

The
ceremony contains many essential rituals, including:

Recitation by
the Assembly

Offering to Buddha

Reading the Sigalovada Sutta

Buddhist
asking of vows of the bridal couple

Cord ceremony

Buddhist handfasting

The
Tisarana

The Panca Sila

The Australian Bridal Industry Academy

ABIA Approved

Philip takes great personal pride in professionalism and achievement. He is one of the few NSW celebrants outside of Sydney to be approved by the Australian Bridal Industry Academy, which gives you peace of mind knowing the standard of quality service and presentation he has achieved.

Of course, the ceremony contains the elements required by Australian Law:

The monitum

The couple's marriage vows

Signing the Register

Of course, the rest of the cermony inlcudes the Buddhist traditions as well as some deeply spiritual elements I have developed especially for weddings.